write-up

1 of 2

noun

ˈrīt-ˌəp 

1

: a written account

especially : a flattering article

2

: a deliberate increase in the book value of an asset (as to reflect the effect of inflation)

write up

2 of 2

verb

wrote up; written up; writing up; writes up

transitive verb

1

: to make a write-up of

2

: to report (a person) especially for some violation of law or rules

Examples of write-up in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Alex Traub’s write-up is stunning — like his subject’s life. —Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 19 Dec. 2024

Advertisement In addition, the Bureau of Prisons will restore early release credits to FCI Dublin transfers and expunge invalid disciplinary write-ups by Dublin staff to ensure class members don’t lose opportunities for early release. —Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024

Verb

Apparently, the football star's contract for the hosting gig was written up before dating Taylor raised his already high profile. —Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024

When they’re done, Geppetto spends a few hours writing up a report. —J. George Gorant, Robb Report, 5 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1885, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

write-up

1 of 2 noun

ˈrīt-ˌəp

: a written account (as in a newspaper)

especially : a flattering article

write up

2 of 2 verb

(ˈ)rīt-ˈəp

1

: to write an account of : describe

2

: to report (a person) especially for some violation of law or rules

Legal Definition

write up

transitive verb

: to increase the book value of (an asset)

write-up

ˈrīt-ˌəp 

noun